Dr. A S Prabhakar, from Bellary district, boasts an impressive background in tribal studies, encompassing extensive experience in teaching, research, and administrative roles.
Dr. T.S. Channesh, from Bengaluru, has an impressive academic background, having completed his B.Sc. (Agri), M.Sc. (Agri), and Ph.D. degrees from the University
Dr. R. Vasudeva, from Sirsi, is the esteemed Dean of the College of Forestry in Sirsi and has been a stalwart in the field of Plant Genetic Resource Conservation and Utilization for over 25 years.